Governor Evers approves WIS 24 roadway resurfacing project in Milwaukee County
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers has approved a $13.8 million roadway resurfacing project along WIS 24 (Forest Home Avenue), between Janesville Road in the village of Hales Corners and 45th Street in the city of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. is the prime contractor for the project. Work is scheduled to begin March 24.
Improvements include:
- Resurface WIS 24 (Forest Home Avenue) within project limits
- Replace traffic signals at 76th Street, Cold Spring Road, and 68th Street
- Improve bridge structure at 76th Street
- Reconstruct curb ramps at various locations
- Add sidewalk segment in the city of Greenfield
Traffic Impacts:
WIS 24 (Forest Home Avenue) will be reduced to one lane of travel in each direction for the duration of the project. Overnight or short-term ramp closures are anticipated. Alternate side road access will be provided.
76th Street will be reduced to one lane in each direction over WIS 24 (Forest Home Avenue) during bridge work.
This project is scheduled for completion in late fall 2025. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.
Visit the project webpage at: https://projects.511wi.gov/24resurf/
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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